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The automotive and racing communities recently gathered to honor Carl Moyer with the inaugural Carl Moyer Memorial Race at Marshalltown Speedway. Moyer, the founder of the Karl Kustoms and a two-time Pro Mod World Champion, left behind a legacy defined by horsepower, generosity, and an unyielding standard of excellence. The Inaugural Carl Moyer Memorial Race…
If you follow dirt track racing, you know there is nothing quite like the atmosphere at Boone Speedway in the fall. The IMCA Super Nationals is the ultimate proving ground, and this year, two of our favorite drivers – with Karl Kustoms power plants under the hood – showed exactly why they are some of…
One of the best things about being part of the classic car world is the friendships you make along the way. Tom O’Donnell and Dennis Costello, both from Ankeny, Iowa are perfect examples of this. We spotted them at a recent Karl Kustoms Summer Nights event, where they were deep in conversation standing next to…
The latest 2025 Sounds of Summer Nights was packed with impressive machinery, but one car stood out from the crowd, and it was Craig Steinkamp’s one-off 1967 Ford Mustang. Hailing from Saylorville, Iowa, Craig just couldn’t stop once he started on this 1967 Mustang and he turned it into an award-winning machine! This ride has…
Summer evenings in Iowa are made for cars, community, and the roar of engines. At this year’s Karl Kustoms Summer Nights auto show, we had the privilege of hosting several cars and drivers from the Premier Racing Organization Late Model Tour – and the turnout was nothing short of incredible. The Pro Late Model Tour…
the smell of fuel and barbecue, and rows of cars and trucks that each tell their own story. It’s what we love most about these events: enthusiasts bringing their builds, swapping stories, and showing off a little history on four wheels. Let’s spend a little time with Chris Marshall of Waukee, who rolled in with…
The Sounds of Summer Nights always brings out an impressive lineup of rides, but few cars capture the vibe of a warm summer evening quite like Karsten Shelburg’s 1989 Ford Mustang GT. A true Fox Body Mustang GT time capsule, this car doesn’t just show up – it steals the spotlight. A Fox Body Family Legacy View…
The Karl Kustoms-built 1940 Ford Deluxe Coupe took home the title of “Street Rod Of the Year Finalist” at the prestigious 27th Summit Racing Nationals this year. Run by the Goodguys Rod & Custom Association, the Nationals took place from 11-13 July in Columbus Ohio, at the Ohio Expo Center. Attendees were treated to some…
Fire up the engine, buff out that clear coat, and throw on your favorite grease-stained tee – because Karl Kustoms Summer Nights 2025 is back! Summer Nights is more than the average weekend car meet – it’s a full-throttle festival of chrome, camshafts, and community. Join us and swap stories about cams, carbs, and quarter-miles under the setting sun.…
The Karl Kustoms Open House 2025 was another outstanding event filled with excitement, innovation, and automotive passion. Hosted annually, the event brought together car enthusiasts, industry professionals, and families for a day packed with activities, demonstrations, and giveaways. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Karl Kustoms (@karl_kustoms) Attendees enjoyed dynamic dyno demonstrations,…